Legislation aims to keep kids out of front seats
BOSTON - Children under the age of 13 would be banned from riding in the front seat of cars in most situations under a bill that's on the move in the Senate late in the 2015-2016.
The change would align with recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics and AAA, which both call for kids 12 and under to ride in the back seat.
"From my job, this is the recommendation we always make to caregivers and parents whenever possible," AAA of Southern New England traffic safety manager John Paul told the News Service. "Obviously it's not practical if it's a pickup truck -- because where are they going to ride? -- but whenever possible."
The bill (S 2520) is a Senate Rules Committee redraft of legislation filed in January 2015 by the late Sen. Thomas Kennedy of Brockton. The Senate gave the legislation initial approval on Tuesday.
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